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FreeCAD

by FreeCAD · Global, Open source · Since 2002

Open-source parametric CAD.

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Starting price
Free
Free trial / plan
Always free
Start without a card
Deployment
Cloud
Web
App Advisor rating
4.6
transparency & India fit

What is FreeCAD?

FreeCAD is cad, 3d & engineering software from FreeCAD, based in Global, Open source and has been building software since 2002. Open-source parametric CAD.

CAD and 3D software covers mechanical and architectural design, BIM, structural analysis, CAM and rendering. Licensing is expensive, so subscription versus perpetual and Indian reseller support matter.

It is completely free to use.

What works well

  • +Completely free to use
  • +24 years in business — a mature, stable product

What to watch out for

  • −Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

FreeCAD at a glance

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FreeCAD features

As listed on FreeCAD's official website.

  • Freedom to build what you want
  • Create 3D from 2D & back
  • For professional design needs
  • And for everything else
  • Accessible, flexible & integrated
  • Designed for your needs
  • And many more great features

FreeCAD pricing

Entry price

Free

No paid plan required

How FreeCAD charges. FreeCAD is free; some free products monetise through add-ons, payments or premium support, so check what stays free at scale.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on freecad.org.

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Specifications

Category
CAD, 3D & engineering software
Vendor
FreeCAD
Headquarters
Global, Open source
Founded
2002
Pricing model
Free
Starting price
Free
Deployment
Cloud
Platforms
Web
Best for
Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India
No

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FreeCAD — frequently asked questions

What is FreeCAD?+

FreeCAD is cad, 3d & engineering software by FreeCAD. Open-source parametric CAD.

How much does FreeCAD cost?+

FreeCAD is free to use.

Does FreeCAD offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — FreeCAD offers a free plan you can start with.

Is FreeCAD made in India?+

No. FreeCAD is developed by FreeCAD in Global, Open source.

Who is FreeCAD best suited for?+

FreeCAD suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for cad, 3d & engineering software.

What are the best alternatives to FreeCAD?+

Popular alternatives in cad, 3d & engineering software include SketchUp, Autodesk Fusion, LibreCAD. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is FreeCAD deployed?+

FreeCAD is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.

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